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If you're only going to read one article about learning / information commons in academic libraries, this is the one to read. It gives a comprehensive background on the topic, including a history, and places library learning commons in the context of current thinking in academic library management....Read more...

If you're only going to read one article about learning / information commons in academic libraries, this is the one to read. It gives a comprehensive background on the topic, including a history, and places library learning commons in the context of current thinking in academic library management. This is a seminal article on the subject, and reading this article is better than reading 50 others on the same topic.

"Within the past 10 years, commons have become increasingly prominent in academic libraries. Commons evolved out of the “library as a place” movement and stem from the digital revolution, increased emphasis on collaborative learning, and changing student habits and needs. The three levels of commons are information commons, learning commons, and the emerging virtual commons. Libraries implementing commons must consider the impact on reference services and staffing and be prepared for higher than anticipated use. Libraries should use both quantitative and qualitative assessment methods. Commons can revitalize the library by giving it a key role in reaching university strategic goals."